Title:
ASTROSAT FUV/multi-wavelength study of M31 and FUV/X-ray study of Hercules X-1
Agreement Number:
24EXPAST03
Agreement Value:
$49,992.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 31, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
The proposal is for analysis of new data from the Astrosat X-ray and ultraviolet observatory on M31 and Hercules X-1. M31 (Andromeda) is the nearest large neighboring galaxy to our own Milky Way galaxy. It presents astronomers with an ideal viewpoint of a galaxy, in contrast to our galaxy which is mostly obscured by dust. The team will measure the hot stars in M31 to learn about the formation and structure of that galaxy. Hercules X-1 is a normal star in orbit with a neutron star that emits X-rays and ultraviolet light as it funnels matter from the normal star. The study will measure the matter flows from star to neutron star, and how the matter emits X-rays and ultraviolet light.
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Expected Results:
The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the future.
Location:
Calgary, Alberta, CA T2N 1N4
Reference Number:
003-2024-2025-Q4-00052
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient's Legal Name:
The Governors of the University of Calgary
Program:
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Program Purpose:
This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.
The Research Component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and support information gathering and space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.